I’m able to regulate moisture levels, and there’s only annual maintenance required
Living in the northern area of the country means dealing with extreme cold for the majority of the year. We face hot and cold temperatures well below zero and a dangerous wind chill, and the annual snow accumulation is right around fifteen feet; It’s necessary to rely on the oil furnace from early September until sometime in March or even May. We often deal with blizzard conditions, weather advisories, driving bans and college closings… During colder weather, the air is naturally dry! Spending any time outside results in chapped lips and dry skin. Inside the house, the lack of humidity is even worse, however heating the air deprives it of necessary moisture. The air then pulls moisture out of every surface, from wood furnishings to skin. Static shock is an indication of low humidity! Frizzy hair, headaches, static cling and bloody noses are also consequences of insufficient moisture in the air. When humidity falls below the ideal range, the air feels cooler. It inspires higher thermostat settings, putting more strain on the oil furnace. The heating system then runs more often, raises the cost of bi-weekly utility bills and increases the problems of low humidity. The best way to handle the concern is the installation of a whole-house humidifier. I’ve tried the portable models, and they can’t handle the task. I was continually filling the reservoir with water and saw improvement in only 1 room. Having a humidifier incorporated right into the oil furnace allows moisture to be introduced to every room. I’m able to regulate moisture levels, and there’s only annual maintenance required. Since adding the humidifier, I’ve seen a large reduction in my utility bills.